There is reportedly no fuel available at the northbound service station on the M5 at Michaelwood, in south Gloucestershire, according to Highways England.

There reason for the disruption is 'a technical fault', according to Somerset Live .

A motorist said: “None of the shops are open as they can’t work the tills.

"I popped in to use the loo but they wouldn't flush and you couldn’t use the sinks - presumably because they are connected to the electrics.”

The service station affected is between junction 14 and junction 13 on the M5.

Highways England posted on social media: "Be aware the @BP_UK fuel station at #Michaelwood@welcomebreak Services on the #M5 northbound between J14 and J13 is unable to dispense fuel due to a technical issue. We will tweet when fuel is available again. Please make alternative plans if intending to refuel there."

Western Power Distribution has reported a power cut affecting 12 properties in three local postcodes.

It said that 'high voltage' incident was reported at 8.52am on Friday affecting the GL13 9JR, GL13 9JS and GL11 6DD post code areas.

It is not clear if the southbound services station is also affected.

Western Power Distribution estimate on their site that the problem will be resolved by 2pm.